GREGORY PORTER'S BE GOOD IS BEST JAZZ VOCAL ALBUM IN iTUNES' BEST OF 2012
Grammy® nominated vocalist Gregory Porter's album Be Good has been named the Best Jazz Vocal Album in iTunes' Best of 2012. The award is the latest in the spate of accolades and acclaim that Porter has earned since the February release of Be Good, his second release for Harlem-based Motema ...
(Published: December 14, 2012) [read more]
Jumpinjazz Kids Receives Grammy Nomination
"JUMPINJAZZ KIDS - A SWINGING JUNGLE TALE" RECEIVES GRAMMY NOMINATION FOR BEST CHILDREN'S ALBUM IN THE 55TH ANNUAL AWARDS; SPECIAL CONCERT TO BE HELD AT THE GRAMMY MUSEUM IN LOS ANGELES FEBRUARY 8TH IN CONJUNCTION WITH GRAMMY WEEK
"A stand-out mix of storytelling and songs . . . an ...
(Published: December 13, 2012) [read more]
Dan Caro Takes A Ride With Exodus Cymbals; Now Endorsing The Company's Array Of Cymbal Lines
Los Angeles -- Exodus Cymbals, a true innovator in the art of cymbal making, has added world-class drummer, Dan Caro, to its roster of endorsers. Having Caro as an endorser furthers Exodus' commitment to building its brand worldwide. The company already has a strong presence in the Latin ...
(Published: December 13, 2012) [read more]
Bid to win Caribbean Jazz Cruises or Tickets to Joe Lovano and Chick Corea Concerts
WhyHunger is holdings its annual Hungerthon and auctioning off exciting jazz items!
Bid to win any of these amazing packages (CLOSING SOON!):
Concert tickets to see Joe Lovano & his ensemble of Grammy-winning musicians, Us Five http://ow.ly/fI5ub
A Smooth Jazz Cruise in the Caribbean from ...
(Published: December 13, 2012) [read more]
Extraordinary Guitarist Acquires Very Rare Les Paul
Roman Miroshnichenko, who is renowned as Eastern Europe's foremost guitarist, has just this week added to his guitar collection a Gibson 50th anniversary, Les Paul 1959 Reissue. This very limited edition guitar, one of only 25 made, was named in honor of Vic DaPra - author, guitar aficionado, ...
(Published: December 13, 2012) [read more]
SWING UNIVERSITY
WINTER 2013 COURSE SCHEDULE
JAZZ AT LINCOLN CENTER
Jazz at Lincoln Center (JALC) continues the 25th anniversary education season with a new and enhanced Swing University Winter term. Old favorites such as Dizzy Gillespie taught by producer/broadcaster Boo Frazier, Dizzy's own nephew, and Discography led by writer/photographer Ed Berger, are ...
(Published: December 12, 2012) [read more]
Brian Culbertson's Napa Valley Jazz Getaway set to return in June
Contact: Rick Scott 310.306.0375
greatscottproductions@earthlink.net
Brian Culbertson's Napa Valley Jazz Getaway
set to return in June
Tickets are on sale for the second annual festival of music and wine that adds
star power and more events.
Los Angeles, CA (12 ...
(Published: December 12, 2012) [read more]
RS BERKELEY ROLLING A NEW STONE AT 50th ANNIVERSARY SHOW
Scotch Plains, New Jersey (December 11, 2012) - The Rolling Stones launched the U.S. leg of their 50th anniversary tour this past weekend, marking a milestone for one of the most critically acclaimed bands in the history of music. The event also marked a milestone in RS Berkeley's young ...
(Published: December 11, 2012) [read more]
GRAMMY® WINNER TERRI LYNE CARRINGTON PAYS HOMAGE TO DUKE ELLINGTON'S MONEY JUNGLE
Money Jungle: Provocative in Blue marks 50th anniversary of release of historic Ellington-Mingus-Roach recording
Featuring Gerald Clayton and Christian McBride, with guests Clark Terry, Lizz Wright, Herbie Hancock and others
In 1962, Duke Ellington recorded a trio date with bassist Charlie ...
(Published: December 11, 2012) [read more]
MARLOW ROSADO WINS HIS FIRST GRAMMY NOMINATION
Miami's Marlow Rosado second CD, "Retro," has been nominated for a 2013 Grammy award as Best Tropical Album. The concept behind "RETRO" is one of taking some of the strongest songs from the 1970's, maintaining the essentials of the originals, but metamorphosing them in Marlow's ...
(Published: December 11, 2012) [read more]
Usdan, W/Expanded Jazz Dept., Extends Tuition Freeze to 1/31; 1/27 Open House.
Usdan Center for the Creative and Performing Arts, the nationally renowned summer arts day camp whose Jazz Program (created by Dr. Billy Taylor in 1986) is newly expanded, announces an extension of its tuition freeze to January 31, 2013.
The tuition freeze, an opportunity for families to pay ...
(Published: December 10, 2012) [read more]
Russian Guitarist Is Hooked On Dpa Instrument Mic
When Russian guitarist Roman Miroshnichenko was booked to play a Jubilee concert with legendary guitarist Larry Coryell at the Moscow International House of Music, he knew he would need a first class microphone to truly capture the sound of this prestigious event.
DPA Microphone's Russian ...
(Published: December 07, 2012) [read more]
Public Reception Honors Saxophonist Thomas Chapin
December 03, 2012|By OWEN McNALLY, Special To The Courant, The Hartford Courant
Although Thomas Chapin, a phenomenal saxophonist, flutist and composer from Manchester, died in his prime when he was only 40 in 1998, his rich musical legacy lives on in the international world of the jazz ...
(Published: December 06, 2012) [read more]
Jazz Arts Group's Inside Track series continues with CJO all-stars Byron Stripling & Bobby Floyd
Columbus, OH - The Jazz Arts Group's Inside Track series continues its 2012-13 season at the historic Lincoln Theatre with Columbus Jazz Orchestra all-stars Byron Stripling and Bobby Floyd in "Swingin' the New Year" on Friday, December 28. Byron and Bobby lead a small group with a ...
(Published: December 05, 2012) [read more]
JASON MORAN TO HEADLINE MoMA's JAZZ INTERLUDE BENEFIT AFTER-PARTY, HONORING SPIKE LEE AND MERA & DONALD RUBELL ON DECEMBER 12
Evening to Feature Live Performances by Jason Moran and the Bandwagon, featuring Tarus Mateen and Nasheet Waits, with special guest Ravi Coltrane
Jason Moran and the Bandwagon featuring Tarus Mateen and Nasheet Waits, with special guest Ravi Coltrane will perform at The Museum of Modern ...
(Published: December 05, 2012) [read more]
"Lovely Days," New Duo CD by Vocalist Sherri Roberts with Pianist Bliss Rodriguez, Due Jan. 15
On her three previous albums, San Francisco vocalist Sherri Roberts collaborated with jazz masters like Phil Woods, Chris Potter, Lew Soloff, and bassist Harvie S, who also presided as producer/arranger for the highly-regarded small-group sessions.
Roberts takes a different tack on Lovely Days, ...
(Published: December 04, 2012) [read more]
Sax man Elan Trotman gets autobiographical on "Tropicality"
Contact: Rick Scott 310.306.0375
greatscottproductions@earthlink.net
Sax man Elan Trotman gets autobiographical on "Tropicality"
The star-studded set slated for release February 19th chronicles his journey from Barbados to Boston while celebrating island culture.
Boston, MA (3 December ...
(Published: December 03, 2012) [read more]
Tim Warfield brings a Jazzy Christmas to the Bohemian Caverns, Dec 7 & 8.
This coming weekend, the powerhouse saxophonist Tim Warfield, returns to the Bohemian Caverns to perform music for the holiday season. This year he will feature songs from his brand new release, "Tim Warfield's Jazzy Christmas," a recording, that vividly showcases a collection of traditional ...
(Published: December 03, 2012) [read more]
A GUIDE TO ONLINE JAZZ RADIO (NO TALK) BY LARRY RENI THOMAS
Monday---Friday---6am-3pm-WBGO-FM (www.wbgo.org)
Monday---Friday-3pm-4pm-KCSM-FM (www,kcsm.org)
Monday-Friday---3pm-4pm---KKJZ-FM (www.kkjz.org)
Monday-Friday-3pm-4pm---KUVO-FM (www.kuvo.org) .
Monday-Friday---4pm-7:30pm---WBGO-FM (www.wbgo.org) ...
(Published: December 03, 2012) [read more]
Singer/Songwriter Laury Shelley performs at Chicago's Katerina's Dec. 11th.
Katerina is proud to present Singer/Songwriter Laury Shelley in "Holiday Time with Laury Shelley". One Night Only!
Tuesday, Dec 11th - 8:00pm $10 Cover
Musicians 1/2 off at the door.
HOLIDAY TIME WITH LAURY SHELLEY"
Having just returned from NY, Laury invites you to spend an evening with ...
(Published: December 02, 2012) [read more]
Brilliant and versatile guitarist, composer and arranger
David Occhipinti's CD Launch
Contemporary chamber music with jazz improvisation
David Occhipinti
Releases his 5th independent recording as a Leader, "Camera" -
Contemporary chamber music with jazz improvisation.
[b]and celebrates his new release with a special
CD Launch Event
Friday - December 7th - 7:30 PM
at
Heliconian Hall, 35 Hazelton Ave. - Yorkville ...
(Published: December 02, 2012) [read more]
TOP TEN JAZZ ALBUMS 2012 BY LARRY RENI THOMAS
TOP TEN JAZZ ALBUMS 2012
BY LARRY RENI THOMAS
1. Be Good-Gregory Porter-Motema Records
2. Freedom Jazz Dance-Cynthia Felton-Felton Enterprises
3. Coexist-Winard Harper-Jazz Legacy
4. Afro-Straight-Ernest ...
(Published: December 01, 2012) [read more]
Cynthia Basinet's latest CD release, "The Standard"
Cynthia Basinet, the actress, singer, humanitarian known for the most iconic version of "Santa Baby," releases her debut full length jazz CD "The Standard".
"The Standard", 15 years in the making contains 11 tracks, including two bonus Holiday tracks. Cynthia has given new vocals and mixies to ...
(Published: November 30, 2012) [read more]
KCC PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS JOWEE OMICIL AND THE CORE AT ZINC BAR
KCC Productions presents Jowee Omicil and the Core at Zinc Bar Monday December 10 at 9 PM, featuring Jowee on saxes, Kona Khasu on bass, Mawuena Kodjovi and Brad Craig on guitars and Manny Laine on drums. More than a mere player, Jowee is a unique and prolific composer, producer, arranger, ...
(Published: November 29, 2012) [read more]
Songstress Sheléa Releases New Christmas Tunes and Debut Album in 2013
LOS ANGELES, CA - Vocalist Sheléa (shuh-LAY-uh) releases two new Christmas songs with Breath of Life Records via CEN/RED Distribution, a division of Sony Music. "Don't Want To Wait Til Christmas" is an original upbeat tune, and Sheléa added her sultry spin and soulful vocals to a ...
(Published: November 29, 2012) [read more]
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